Port of Abu Khammash (LYABK): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Abu Khammash (UN/LOCODE LYABK) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Libya, on the Mediterranean Sea. It sits at 33.0667° N, 11.8167° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated none.

Country
Libya
UN/LOCODE
LYABK
Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Coordinates
33.0667° N, 11.8167° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
7.9 m
Oil Terminal Depth
7.9 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Harbor Size
Very Small
Shelter Afforded
None
World Water Body
Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Libya

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceUnknown
Provisions / WaterYes / Unknown
Fuel / Diesel OilUnknown / Unknown
Medical FacilitiesUnknown
Repairs / Dry DockUnknown / Unknown
Ice RestrictionUnknown

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Distance
38 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Abu Khammash

Where is Port of Abu Khammash located?

Port of Abu Khammash is a seaport located in Libya, on the Mediterranean Sea. Its coordinates are 33.0667° N, 11.8167° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Abu Khammash?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Abu Khammash is LYABK — country code LY, location code ABK.

How deep is Port of Abu Khammash?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Abu Khammash has a channel depth of about 7.9 m.

Does Port of Abu Khammash require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Abu Khammash.

What type of harbor is Port of Abu Khammash?

Port of Abu Khammash is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering none shelter.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Abu Khammash are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45350), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →